2004 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Verada | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2761 mm |
